Officials from the Diocese of Jefferson City, Missouri, face criticism as they try to balance a papal call to welcome those in "irregular" family situations with upholding church teachings.
The Field Hospital: Participants from groups such as Catholic Church Reform International and Call to Action will be urging an increased role for the laity in the church.
The Field Hospital: 'Tiny house' project shelters homeless women in Portland; 'destination parishes' reflect trends; Youth from Oahu, Hawaii, gather to discuss church involvement
The Field Hospital: The "Midvale Diocese" shared an intense transition discussion meeting where leaders worked out mergers and other changes, so others could learn from the process.
